Writer-Editor (Multimedia) NF-03
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Salary$35k – $36k
LocationKaiserslautern, Germany
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1+ yrs
DepartmentStars and Stripes Europe, Kaiserslautern, Germany
Company size6+ people
PostedOct 22, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live3d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
A minimum of one year of specialized experience directly related to the duties described above.
Knowledge and documented skill in grammar, writing, and editing.
Experience in producing/editing content for a multimedia organization.
Specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.
Comprehensive oral and written communication skills.
Ability to use computers with standard software packages and desktop publishing.
Comprehensive knowledge of publishing concepts, practices and technologies.
Demonstrated knowledge of writing for the web.
Knowledge/skill in taking and transmitting publishable photographs and videos.
Proven editing experience on a recurring (weekly/monthly) newspaper or magazine with multiple contributing writers.
AP Style application experience with editorial sign-off authority, and served as the final copyeditor/style authority on a publication.
Resumes must be two pages (or less).
Skills
computers
desktop publishing
Summary
This position is located at Stars and Stripes Europe, Kaiserslautern, Germany.
Incentives and Bonuses
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Incentives will not be paid.
Qualifications
Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant’s relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
A qualified candidate must possess the following:
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A minimum of one year of specialized experience directly related to the duties described above.
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Knowledge and documented skill in grammar, writing, and editing.
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Experience in producing/editing content for a multimedia organization.
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Specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.
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Comprehensive oral and written communication skills.
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Ability to use computers with standard software packages and desktop publishing.
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Comprehensive knowledge of publishing concepts, practices and technologies.
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Demonstrated knowledge of writing for the web.
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Knowledge/skill in taking and transmitting publishable photographs and videos.
In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered “Highly Preferred” or “Best Qualified”:
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Proven editing experience on a recurring (weekly/monthly) newspaper or magazine with multiple contributing writers.
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AP Style application experience with editorial sign-off authority, and served as the final copyeditor/style authority on a publication.
Applicant meeting the Best Qualifying Criteria/Highly Preferred will be referred to the hiring manager. All other qualified applicants will be referred if requested by the hiring manager.
Claimed experience must be verifiable through your resume. Assumptions will not be made.
Education
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Transcripts must be uploaded as “Transcripts.”
College or university transcript(s)(copy or original) must be submitted with your resume to determine qualifications for positions with positive education requirements.
Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Only degrees from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and U.S. Department of Education websites at - http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://ed.gob/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
How you will be evaluated
Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It
We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility.
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Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire.
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We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire.
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If you’re tentatively qualified, we’ll take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation.
Note*:* If it’s later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key.
Understanding Eligibilities: What You Can Claim When Applying
When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position.
Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities:
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NAF Preference 1 Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
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NAF Preference 2 Involuntarily Separated From the Military (ISMP)
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NAF Preference 3 Family Member Preference (FMP) (Foreign OCONUS ONLY)
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NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA)
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NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE)
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NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents)
Tip: Be sure to review each eligibility question carefully and provide the required documentation. Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit.
Required documents
About Your Resume
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Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes must adhere to the two-page limit and must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications, and other position requirements listed in this job opportunity announcement. For additional information on the two-page resume limit, refer to:
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https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/applicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limit/.
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Your resume must be 5 megabytes (MB) or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting and page count (https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit).
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Please do not include photographs, personal images or other inappropriate content in your application materials.
Expedite Your Hiring
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To better expedite your hiring, we recommend including contact information (name, email, phone number) for professional references in your application.
Required Documents
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Required documents may vary based on the requirements for the position. The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:
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Resume
Other Accepted Documents
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Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
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Cover Letter
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DD-214/ Statement of Service
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Transition Assistance (TA) Supporting Documents
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PCS Orders
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Resume
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Separation Notice (RIF)
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SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
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Transcript
How to apply
You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:
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Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Announcement number O4NAFHU-26-13097602. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 11/05/2026 to receive consideration.
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Click Apply to access the online application.
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You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
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Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to include in your application.
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Reminder: Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two (2) pages or less. Please review the Required Documents section of this announcement for more details.
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You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
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After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the IncludePersonal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
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You will be taken to the online application which you must complete to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account and designate the document type when submitting your application.
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It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
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Click this link to preview the application:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13097602.
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Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found at https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us.
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To verify or check on your application, log into your USAJOBS account. One logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status, and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status.
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Manually: Please refer to the “Additional Information” section of this announcement for instructions on how to request a paper application.
Other information
Area of Consideration
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The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is within the local commuting area. The local commuting area defined as within 100 km (60 miles) of Kaiserslautern, Germany. (Spouse Employment Preference (SEP), Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) and Family Member Preference (FMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
Manual Application Option
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If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form.
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Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 1500 CEST on 11/05/2026 to ensure timely processing.
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Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.
PCS Costs
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Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government’s interest.
Allowances and Differentials
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This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.
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Foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), incentives and differentials will not be paid, with the exception of post allowance, contingent upon eligibility.
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Employment overseas provides a lot of additional benefits and entitlements. For information please contact Ops 1-Europe Recruitment Branch at [email protected].
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Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program. For more information, go to https://www.militaryonesource.mil/special-needs/efmp/.
Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities:
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After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.
Termination of Spouse Employment Preference
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Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.
Discover Your Path to Success
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Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out.
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Inside you will find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared.
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Click this URL to view the kit: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf
Overseas Employment Eligibility
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U.S. citizens overseas under ordinarily resident status are not eligible for appointment under the Status of Forces Agreement.
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In NATO countries employment of non-U.S. citizens under U.S. conditions is restricted by the NATO SOFA to individuals who are nationals of a NATO country. These individuals may not be employed under U.S. employment conditions in the country of their citizenship.
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